Start reading One Simple Act on your Kindle in under a minute. Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here.

Deliver to your Kindle or other device

 
 
 

Try it free

Sample the beginning of this book for free

Deliver to your Kindle or other device

Read books on your computer or other mobile devices with our FREE Kindle Reading Apps.
One Simple Act
 
 
Read the book description
Share your own customer images

One Simple Act [Kindle Edition]

Debbie Macomber (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (62 customer reviews) |
Kindle Price: $7.99 includes free wireless delivery via Amazon Whispernet
Sold by: Simon and Schuster Digital Sales Inc
This price was set by the publisher

Formats

 Amazon Price New from Used from
Kindle Edition --   $7.99 --
Hardcover, Bargain Price $9.20   -- --
Paperback $11.89   -- --
Mass Market Paperback $7.99   -- --
Audio, CD, Bargain Price $10.89   -- --
Audible Audio Edition, Unabridged $17.95 or Free with Audible 30-day free trial

Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Macomber, one of today's leading fiction writers with more than 100 million books in print, walks a new path with this nonfiction title. I've just got to share the news, she says of her book on generosity. Intentional acts of generosity can open our lives to the very best God has to offer. Macomber builds her book on the biblical story of Jesus' multiplication of five loaves and two fishes, a miracle recorded in all four gospels, using her storytelling prowess to retell the tale. She then takes readers on a journey through the true meaning of generosity (and it's not about cash): encouragement, good deeds, forgiveness and believing the best. She also delves into giving, listening and hospitality, and dips into what generosity means when it comes to Christmas, caregiving and prayer. The theme, Macomber says, is, simply, to offer what you have. She fills out her chapters with real-life stories, suggestions for Simple Acts and brief Discovery sections. This is a useful, inspiring study of an underpracticed art, written by one who has received, given and witnessed generosity. (Nov.)
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Review

"You are going to love Debbie Macomber. She's the bubbly friend you've always hoped to meet and the savvy mentor you've longed to know. Debbie's mission statement is captured in God's words addressed to Abraham: 'you will be a blessing' (Genesis 12:2 NIV). I'm here to tell you, girlfriend -- she's taken that promise and run with it! Blessing her loved ones. Blessing her neighbors. Blessing strangers in need. And, in turn, blessing her readers." -- Liz Curtis Higgs, best-selling author of Bad Girls of the Bible
See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

  • File Size: 1827 KB
  • Print Length: 228 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1439108935
  • Publisher: Howard Books; Reprint edition (November 3, 2009)
  • Sold by: Simon and Schuster Digital Sales Inc
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B002SRL3CM
  • Text-to-Speech: Not enabled
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #62,116 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

    •  Would you like to give feedback on images?

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
"One Simple Act: Discovering the Power of Generosity" by Debbie Macomber is a completely wonderful book that uses scripture and stories to show the reader that a life of generosity is not only possible, but very powerful. I was touched more than once by the personal anecdotes shared by the author, examples of how to live in a generous way and value other human beings.

This book taught me that the little things really do matter. It gave me ideas of things to do to show others that they matter, as well. This book should be a must read for every person on the planet. If everyone read it and adopted even a small bit of what is written between these covers, the world would be a much better place.
Was this review helpful to you?
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Debbie MaComber, best known for her fictional books, has written a wonderful non-fictional book about discovering the power of generosity. Using her gift as a story teller, Debbie weaves little stories throughout this book. Debbie talks about being generous in the acts of gratitude, sharing, encouragement, good deeds, forgiveness, seeing others through God's eyes, giving, listening, hospitality, hope, celebrating, caring for others, taking time for eternal things, prayer, sharing our faith stories, and serving.

Debbie describes how she has applied these different acts of generosity in her life, and how it has blessed her and those around her. She gives practical advice on how we can learn to be more generous in our lives. The gift of giving isn't just about monetary giving. I know that I walked away with more ideas on how our family can be more generous to others. Debbie concludes the book with study questions for each chapter and a list of her favorite charities.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Vine™ Review (What's this?)
This was my first Debbie Macomber book, though my wife is a huge fan.

"One Simple Act" is a non-fiction book about why being generous is good for givers, with lots of practical tips. Better, it is not just another ode to guilt. Rather, it gets into the science of why generosity is also good for givers, along with numerous stories of actual instances of generosity, with plentiful tips for those interested in becoming more generous.

Many of the included stories were already known to me, such as the opening one of Corrie Ten Boom and the fleas. Others were new. I was happy to read (re-read) them all, and glad to have them all together for future reference.

The book includes useful chapters on gratitude, forgiveness, listening, hospitality, correspondence, care-giving, and prayer. Notably, many of those require little or no money, just time and attention.

This book could be read as a daily devotional, perhaps a chapter a day. I recommend that approach, as some ideas soaked in better in small doses.

Some ideas I particularly liked:
Science documenting benefits of gratitude, forgiveness and prayer
The difference between praise and encouragement
Keeping good deeds simple and meaningful
The idea that heroes are more likely to be empathic than courageous
Fred Roger's idea for explaining 9-11 to children: "Tell them to watch the helpers."

My favorite line from the book is this: "very often the ones asking loudest are not the ones the Lord would have us support." Amen, sister! Contributing to some causes only accomplishes being asked to give more.

Overall, a worthy read.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
Most Recent Customer Reviews
one simple act
I knew I was going to enjoy this book and I was not disappointed. People need to slow down and absorb what's going on around them and act with grace. A breath of fresh air.
Published 1 month ago by Burr Rubey
Another Good one
I enjoy Debbie Macomber books even if I don't agree with her on everything. I listed to this book on audio from the library and had to get a copy to check the scripture references... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ann Mulvaney
One Simple Act
Not having read any of Debbie Macomber's works before, I wasn't really sure what to expect. I am pleased that I ordered this book. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Raven Leck
Daily read
What a great book and an easy read! I have read and reread this book on a daily basis. It is the kind of book that you can pick out one of the stories and read it as a way to... Read more
Published 5 months ago by threadsnbread
Would do business again
This book is very well written. I believe everyone will be enriched from reading it. It helps to understand how reaching out to our fellow man can help us in our own life. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Iris L. Hehe
absolutely amazing?
This book has impacted my life like no other! I assumed it was a collection of lovely little stories about good deeds. it was so much more! my life has been forever altered. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Rider Pride
Book studier.
At the present time, we are studying this book at Church. It is easy to read, has great personal stories, and really gets the point accross. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mariska's mom
Generosity
The book arrived in a timely manner and was in great condition! Debbie Macomber has written tons of fiction, a few of which I have read and enjoyed. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Desert Lady
A Life-changing WOW
If we all learned to live with the honesty, integrity and caring reflected in this book it would be a wonderful, wonderful world. Read more
Published 7 months ago by songbird
Inspiring!
This is a great book to inspire us to be the best we can be and to spread generosity to the world around us. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Eric Slay
Search Customer Reviews
Only search this product's reviews

More About the Author

› Visit Amazon's Debbie Macomber Page
Debbie Macomber
With more than 100 million copies of her books sold worldwide, Debbie Macomber is one of today's most popular authors.

The #1 New York Times bestselling author is best known for her ability to create compelling characters and bring their stories to life in her books. Drawing on her own experiences and observations, Debbie writes heartwarming tales about small-town life, home and family and enduring friendships. Every book features the delightful sense of humor that readers around the world clamor for.

Debbie is a regular resident on numerous bestseller lists, including the New York Times (55 times and counting), USA TODAY (currently 63 times) and Publishers Weekly (23 times to date). She is the first-ever recipient of the "readers' choice" Quill Award for Romance Fiction, for 44 Cranberry Point, the fourth book in her highly popular Cedar Cove series. Debbie has also been honored with a RITA® Award, a Romantic Times BOOKreviews Career Achievement Award and is a multiple winner of both the Holt Medallion and the B. Dalton Award.

Her recent books include 92 Pacific Boulevard, 8 Sandpiper Way, 74 Seaside Avenue and Debbie Macomber's Cedar Cove Cookbook, as well as Twenty Wishes, A Cedar Cove Christmas, Summer on Blossom Street and The Perfect Christmas.

For more information on Debbie and her books, visit her Web site: www.DebbieMacomber.com.

What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?

› Explore similar items

Popular Highlights

 (What's this?)
&quote;
We arent only called to share the gospel. We are called to show the gospel. &quote;
Highlighted by 27 Kindle users
&quote;
Keep the eyes of your heart open for those God may want to help through you today. &quote;
Highlighted by 22 Kindle users
&quote;
Praise too often refers to the product, while encouragement focuses on the act itself and the heart behind the action. &quote;
Highlighted by 21 Kindle users

Tags Customers Associate with This Product

 (What's this?)
Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.
 
(2)
(1)
(1)
(1)
(1)
Agree with these tags?
See all 7 tags...

Your tags: Add your first tag
 
See most popular tags

Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   
Related forums

Look for Similar Items by Category